Rajasthan Royals beat Lucknow Super Giants by 40 runs in Match 32 of the Indian Premier League, defending 159 for 6 by bowling LSG out for 119 in 18 overs. Ravindra Jadeja was named Player of the Match as RR strengthened their excellent early-season run and added another convincing win to their campaign.
This was another important result in a fast-moving IPL league phase. Rajasthan had already been one of the standout sides through the opening month, with wins in Matches 3, 9, 13 and 16 before this fixture, and they added a fifth victory here. Lucknow, who had earlier won Matches 10 and 15, could not build on that momentum and were outplayed after RR posted a competitive total and then controlled the chase.
RR’s 159 for 6 was not an overwhelming score on paper, but in a T20 match where wickets kept interrupting rhythm, it proved more than enough. Their batting effort set the platform for a disciplined defence, and the difference ultimately lay in Rajasthan holding key moments far better across both innings.
Lucknow’s reply never really settled. Chasing 160, they were dismissed for 119 in 18.0 overs, falling 40 runs short and leaving too much for the middle and lower order to recover. In a pursuit of just under eight an over, they needed one substantial partnership to shift pressure back on Rajasthan, but the innings instead slipped away in clusters.
The turning point of the match was Rajasthan’s ability to keep the chase fragmented. In T20 cricket, even a moderate first-innings total becomes difficult when wickets fall regularly, and that is exactly how RR built this win. They prevented LSG from lining up a late assault and ensured the required rate kept climbing as the overs disappeared.
Jadeja’s Player-of-the-Match award underlined the all-round influence he had on the contest, and his impact fit the broader story of Rajasthan being sharper in the decisive passages. RR were not spectacular for all 40 overs, but they were consistently in control when the match asked the biggest questions.
Key performers
Rajasthan Royals finished on 159/6 in 20.0 overs and then bowled Lucknow Super Giants out for 119 in 18.0 overs to seal a 40-run win. Ravindra Jadeja was named Player of the Match for his match-defining contribution in a result that further boosted RR’s position in the league stage.
NerdSports Stat: Rajasthan Royals have now won five of their first six completed matches listed in this IPL campaign, and three of those victories have come while defending totals rather than chasing.
With this being Match 32 of a 70-match league season, the result extends Rajasthan Royals’ strong start rather than deciding anything outright. There is still a long way to go in the tournament, but RR’s latest win gives them another valuable step in the points race, while LSG will need to respond quickly to stay in touch with the leading pack.
The IPL continues immediately with Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings on Thursday, April 23. Rajasthan’s next fixture is against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Saturday, April 25, while Lucknow Super Giants next play Kolkata Knight Riders on Sunday, April 26.
Frequently Asked Questions
Rajasthan Royals won the match by 40 runs.
Ravindra Jadeja was named Player of the Match for his match-defining contribution in Rajasthan Royals’ 40-run win.
This was Match 32 of the 70-match Indian Premier League season, and the result extends Rajasthan Royals’ strong early campaign rather than deciding the competition. RR added another win to their tally, while plenty of league matches still remain.
Rajasthan Royals, as a team, posted the highest innings total of the match with 159 for 6 from 20 overs.
The next match in the series is Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings on Thursday, April 23.
